Watching nature take its course, from the top of a hill in northern England

In the cool of the day

After a hot sticky night and with a very warm day (and week) forecast I took to the footpaths at 7:30 this morning, the visibility was very poor, I’m not sure if you could describe it as a heat haze, but I do know it was hot and humid, I pitied the poor commuters who would taking the train into town.

If you would like to see some much clearer views of the Peak District, learn how to build drystone walls,

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Watching the rhythm of rural life, from the top of a hill in northern England.
Having spent most of my life avoiding writing, I now need to do it!
I am no domestic goddess, but if I were expecting visitors to my home, I would whisk round with the duster and plump up the cushions and generally make the place look presentable. I hope that by putting my words where others may see them it will encourage me to ‘tidy up and push the Hoover around’ my writing.
On the other hand I may just be adding to the compost heap. Only time will tell!
Pull up a chair, sit yourself down, I’ll put the kettle on.

13 thoughts on “In the cool of the day”

Love the hazy view. I didn’t know all that about bulls. Well, I knew the part about bad-tempered dairy breeds. But it never occurred to me that any bull could be kept in a pasture with a footpath running through it. Virtual travel is so broadening . . .

That is such a lovely photo of the drystone wall, they are one of my favourite things bout this area of England. As for cows in fields, I like cows so don’t worry overmuch about them but would always steer clear (sorry:) !) of any with calves and would never go into a field containing a bull with or without female companions. Glad Mr Uhdd had a good time.

Another enlightening post :) I remember on my way home from school (in the UK) being chased by a cow (although I thought it was a bull) and I had nightmares for weeks! Anyway, very interesting to read the Rambler’s link. I also find dry stone walls fascinating ~ especially when learning about the different stones used, depending on the location, and the differences in how they are built in various areas. I’m glad to hear that Mr. UHDD arrived home safe and sound, and can imagine that he has many stories to tell of a great adventure!

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Uphilldowndale

Watching nature take its course, from the top of a hill in a rural area of Derbyshire, England......
Here I write about this, that and the other; posts are about whatever catches my eye, or captures my imagination: my take on the world usually comes from a rural perspective, but I make no promises.......
I have a bit of a ‘magpie’ mind, it is eclectic and has a preference for collecting bright shiny things. Comments are very welcome.
We are a family of four; my self, Mr Uphilldowndale (Mr Uhdd), and our two boys, Tom aged 19 and Joe 17. In addition there's Jammy and Dodger the kittens, 5 maverick chickens and last but not least a bouncy dog named Spud, who has many adventures
I love the landscape here and the wildlife, I have a special interest in lumps of rock, as you will see if you stay around for a while.......
Welcome to this blog, I hope you find something of interest, and if you do, please call again; next time you are passing.
Heather Uphilldowndale